Immune Status Panel

This panel measures various immunological markers of infections like Hepatitis B, Measles, Mumps, Varicella, and Rubella in your blood to assess your body's immune response. Detecting these antibodies helps determine your protection levels against these diseases, indicating if you are immune or require vaccination.

This test is primarily done to:

• Assess your immunity to specific diseases
• Verify vaccination effectiveness
• Detect previous exposure to infectious agents
• Determine the need for booster vaccinations
• Confirm immunity before travel or pregnancy planning

This test is recommended for:

• Individuals needing documentation of immunity
• Healthcare workers
• Travellers visiting regions with specific disease risks
• Pregnant women to assess Rubella immunity
• Those with suspected exposure to infectious diseases

• Abnormal results may suggest the need for further testing or revaccination.
• Low antibody levels could indicate vulnerability to certain infections.
• Results should be discussed with your doctor for a proper interpretation and next steps.

When undergoing this test:

• A blood sample will be collected from your arm using a needle.
• The process is relatively quick and involves minimal discomfort.
• Results will be available after a few hours, depending on the lab's schedule.

To prepare for this test:

• No fasting is usually required.
• Inform your doctor about any medications you're taking.
• Wear loose clothing for easy access to draw blood.

Follow any specific instructions provided by your healthcare provider

Other tests often paired with the Immune Status Panel include:

• Hepatitis B Surface Antigen test: To check for active Hepatitis B infection.
• Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR) Titres: To confirm immunity post-vaccination or past infection.

Vaccination Antibody Panel or Immunity Profile

Immunity to these diseases is measured by the titres of respective antibodies present in your blood. It means that your body has developed resistance to these organisms either through vaccination or prior infection. This immunity helps prevent disease occurrence upon future exposure to the respective pathogens.